Question
What's the right leading for body text on a business card?
Answer
Start leading at 130 to 150 percent of your font size. Business card text is typically small, so it needs more generous line spacing than standard body copy to stay readable.
| Font size | Suggested leading (130 to 150 percent) |
|---|---|
| 7pt | Around 9 to 10.5pt |
| 8pt | Around 10.5 to 12pt |
| 10pt | Around 13 to 15pt |
- Print a test at actual size, since cramped lines are easy to miss on screen.
- If the text feels tight, increase the leading until each line breathes comfortably.
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